Monochloro Acetic Acid

Synonym(s)

: 2-chloro acetic acid, chloro acetic acid, chloro ethanoic acid

Mol. Formula

: C2H3ClO2

EC / List no.

: 201-178-4

CAS no.

: 79-11-8

Molecular weight

: 94,5

Chloroacetic acid is a chlorocarboxylic acid, acetic acid bearing a 2-chloro substituent. It has a role as an alkylating agent and an herbicide. It is a chlorocarboxylic acid and a haloacetic acid. It is obtained from acetic acid. It is a conjugate acid of chloroacetate.

Application

» Widely used in plant protection products, paper chemicals and dyes, pharmaceuticals, polymers, cosmetics and personal care products.
» This substance has an industrial use that results in the production of another substance (use of intermediates).
» This substance is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fisheries, health care, scientific research and development.
» Used in the manufacture of chemicals, pulp, paper and paper products and food products
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Monochloroacetic acid is a solid colorless to light brown crystalline material.
» It has a strong vinegar-like odor.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	63
Boiling point	°C	190
Density	g/cm3	1.64	20 °C
Solubility	g/ L	1000	20 °C, soluble with water
Vapor pressure	Pa	2.14
LogP		0.49	20 °C
Surface tension	mN/ m	73.1	20 °C, 1 mg/ L
Flash point	°C	126
Autoignition temperature	°C	475
pKa		2.8	20 °C
Refractive index		1.4351	55 °C